Paraumbilical hernia
Paraumbilical Hernia
Paraumbilical hernia (pronunciation: /ˌpærəʌmbɪˈlɪkəl ˈhɜːrnɪə/) is a type of hernia that protrudes through a weakness in the muscles around the umbilicus (navel or belly button).
Etymology
The term "paraumbilical" is derived from the Latin para meaning "beside" and umbilicus meaning "navel". The term "hernia" comes from the Latin hernia, meaning "a rupture".
Definition
A paraumbilical hernia is a protrusion of the peritoneum and often the abdominal contents, through a weakness in the abdominal wall muscles near the umbilicus. It is different from an umbilical hernia in that it occurs in adults and around the umbilicus rather than directly through it.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a paraumbilical hernia can include a bulge near the belly button, discomfort or pain in the area, especially when lifting, bending over or coughing, and in severe cases, nausea or vomiting.
Treatment
Treatment for a paraumbilical hernia usually involves surgery to repair the hernia. This can be done through an open surgery or a laparoscopic surgery.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Paraumbilical hernia
- Wikipedia's article - Paraumbilical hernia
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